Dianthus rupicola is a species of Dianthus native to Sicily and nearby areas of mainland Italy.[2] It tends to grow in a few populations on steep cliffs, and consequently is viewed as at risk from climate change.[3]
A number of subspecies have been described:[2]
Dianthus rupicola is a species of Dianthus native to Sicily and nearby areas of mainland Italy. It tends to grow in a few populations on steep cliffs, and consequently is viewed as at risk from climate change.